Jan 13

LOG’s Randy Blythe Mentally Preparing For Impending Trial

Posted by Chris Harris on January 13, 2013 in News

Randy during his initial arraignment last summer

A big part of me feels awful for Randy Blythe. The Lamb of God singer will be heading back to Europe next month to stand trial on charges related to a fan’s accidental death some two-plus years ago.

That’s how I see it, at least. Authorities in Prague (that’s in the Czech Republic) have charged Blythe with manslaughter, and if you don’t know the story behind the charges, go here. You have a lot of catching up to do.

Randy’s trial begins in little less than four weeks, on February 4.

“The last 2 or 3 days I have been getting ready mentally to leave my home & return to Prague to do this whole trial thing in early February,” says Randy online.

“It’s not something I particularly WANT to do; but inside, my gut & heart tells me it is the RIGHT thing to do. I cannot turn my back [o]n the right thing…”

I have been assured by numerous readers that Randy has nothing to worry about when it comes to Prague’s legal system…that it is just, not corrupt, and that this is not just some shakedown for cash.

Only time will tell. I predict a positive outcome for Randy, but that’s mostly wishful thinking.

Hang tough, Randy. We’re here and we support you.

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Chris Harris is an internationally-published music journalist and writer whose work has appeared on the pages of Rolling Stone, IFC.com, Revolver, Alternative Press, and Radar. The former news editor for Noisecreep.com, AOL’s heavy metal blog, Harris also served as co-host for the site’s weekly podcast, “Creep Show." Harris spent four years as a reporter and on-air talent for MTV News.

  • L Roy

    After all the times you’ve posted the above pic; I’ve just worked out that his choice of shirt is probably not the most appropriate, given the charge he’s up against… lol.

    • Guest

      Well I can understand Blythe being underdressed, after all, the Czech Republic is a free country and he may do as he will, but his legal representation (the two guys behind him) could take have taken it a bit more seriously.

      • L Roy

        I was more referring to the fact he has the word ‘Obituary’ plastered over his chest whist standing trial for killing someone…